# Augmented Shade

> Augmented Shade (iPhone/iPad app by Robert Byrne.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/augmented-shade/id1670591284 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Robert Byrne](https://appshunter.io/developer/1670591286)
- Category: Entertainment
- Price: $0.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.2 · 3 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2023-02-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/augmented-shade/id1670591284/reviews.md

## What is Augmented Shade?

The Augmented Shade Button App lets you see a virtual shade button in the real world. With this app, you can use your smartphone or tablet's camera to scan your surroundings and drop a virtual shade button onto any surface.

Placing the Shade Button
- Find a flat surface. Usually, a table or wall works nicely.
- The Square will track the surface when it's locked on
- Hit the "Golden Stars" button to drop the Augmented Shade Button.
- You can drop multiple.

Using the Shade Button
- Once you have placed a shade button.
- Pressing on the button with your finger will activate it.
- Have fun!

If you're in a rush, you can long-press the Application Icon to activate "Emergency Shade!"


## Version history (last 2 releases)

### various improvements — 2026-05-08

new modes
- dedicated shade button
- augmented reality shade button
- listening shade

### 1.9 — 2023-03-01

Improved augmented button animation.

## More apps by Robert Byrne

- [Sudoku for Dad](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sudoku-for-dad/id6742363367)
- [Dad Jokes API](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dad-jokes-api/id6752536911)

All apps by Robert Byrne: https://appshunter.io/developer/1670591286

## Related topics

[18 metres by 1500m shade cloth](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/18-metres-by-1500m-shade-cloth)

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